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Erin Eatough, PhD

Sr. Insights Manager
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Dr. Erin Eatough is an occupational health psychologist who has published research on employee well-being in over 30 outlets such as the Journal of Applied Psychology and has been featured in media outlets such as Harvard Business Review. Erin currently serves BetterUp in translating data to insight and helps to bring the science of BetterUp to life through content marketing. Erin received her Ph.D. in Industrial-Organizational Psychology from the University of South Florida.

Before BetterUp, Erin was a professor of Industrial and Organizational Psychology. She lives in Alexandria, VA with her husband and two young children. When not working, you can find her and her family on adventures in their tiny home on wheels, a converted Sprinter van.

Latest posts by Erin Eatough, PhD
6 min read | July 14, 2022

After years of intense change, employee goals have changed too.

Over the course of the pandemic, employee’s turned their attention away from career-focused coaching topics to those related to personal well-being Read More
Professional Development
13 min read | July 11, 2022

Go to work happy with these 20 ways to start your day

Going to work happy can make all the difference for our mental health. Learn tips on how to be happy at your workplace now and in the future. Read More
Research & Insights
7 min read | July 7, 2022

When it comes to caregiving benefits, parents value time and money most

Not all benefits are created equal. Here's a look at why working parents prefer flexible hours and pay increases above everything else. Read More
Research & Insights
6 min read | July 5, 2022

Declining capabilities in productivity and wellness signal a need for worker support

Cognitive agility, resilience, emotional regulation, focus, and strategic planning are in decline across the work force. Here's what organizations can do. Read More
Research & Insights
8 min read | June 30, 2022

Personal growth starts with looking inward, but eventually shifts outward

As we begin thriving cognitively, emotionally, and socially, our focus shifts from working on ourselves to making an impact on others. Read More
Research & Insights
8 min read | June 17, 2022

Women experience increased stress in male-dominated industries

Significantly more women working in male-dominated industries report feelings of stress and experiences of being “on edge” than peers working in non-male-dominated... Read More
Research & Insights
8 min read | June 9, 2022

Love them or hate them, meetings promote social learning and growth

New research shows how synchronous interactions (aka: meetings) support employee learning and growth better than alternatives like email and chat. Read More
Research & Insights
8 min read | May 31, 2022

The surprising, far-reaching effects of fumbling during a crisis

The pandemic has taught us meaningful lessons about the far-reaching impact of clumsy crisis response on employees' development, planning and commitment. Read More
Well-being
29 min read | May 26, 2022

LGBTQ acceptance across the globe: 5 ways to encourage change

People worldwide are largely divided over LGBTQ acceptance. Here’s what acceptance looks like in the U.S., and 5 ways you can be an ally. Read More
Professional Development
19 min read | May 18, 2022

Learn how to be your own best ally for reaching your goals

What is self-motivation, and how can you use it to achieve your goals? Here’s your guide to pushing yourself and getting things done. Read More
Well-being
19 min read | May 13, 2022

10 tips to set goals and achieve them

Knowing how to set goals and achieve them is an important process. Goal setting is powerful for creating motivation and giving clarity. Here’s why. Read More
Research & Insights
9 min read | April 29, 2022

Having “too many” interests isn’t holding you back, it’s launching you forward

Data reveals that being exposed to and coached in multiple areas helps people learn and grow faster than those that focus on only a few areas. Read More
Leadership & Management
16 min read | April 26, 2022

What is the open-door policy workplace and does it still work?

Wondering what the open-door policy workplace is? Here’s what you should know and why you should adopt this policy at your company. Read More
Well-being
14 min read | April 19, 2022

Feeling overworked? Spot the symptoms and take charge

Overworking yourself impacts us psychologically and physically. Learn how to avoid burnout, spot overworked symptoms, and have a healthy relationship with your work. Read More